OVEN & KITCHEN TESTIMONIALS

Thanks for your careful and well planned work Glen, we love our wood oven.  It’s not just a place to cook; it has really created a lifestyle to enjoy in our garden.

We lit the oven on Friday night after work.  I popped a pasty plate that I had in the freezer in for a quick dinner and once the kids went to bed we sat outside with a glass of wine and just enjoyed the fire while we baked a loaf of bread for the weekend.

On Saturday for brunch we toasted the bread and added tomato salsa to make bruchettas.  Stoking it again late afternoon we roasted beef and a tray of veggies, plus baked potatoes on the coals for a perfect dinner for our extended family.  Dad brought a cake he had mixed but not baked and cooked it after dinner for dessert.  Our kids loved the process and the hot cake!
On Sunday morning we prepared a bolognaise sauce and a casserole (Moroccan style lamb shanks) to cook slowly, plus we roasted a duck – the basis of three meals for the working week. With the freezer full, the oven still hot and the kids hungry again, we made pizza together for dinner, finishing off with baked apples and chocolate bananas for desert (we really didn’t need desert though!).  Our daughter took left over pizza for school lunch on Monday. 

What a lovely weekend.
Albert and Leah
Somerton Park
 

"I have to say trying to co-ordinate a renovation from Adelaide for my holiday house 300km away was a difficult task at times and even more difficult trying to find someone to build an outdoor kitchen! After getting the run around from 2 different builders with no inspiration at all I broaden my search and stumbled across Traditional Brick Ovens on the internet. I had this idea in my head of what I wanted but I needed that inspiration and enthusiasm from someone to take it that step further. I spoke to Glen and within that one conversation I was overwhelmed with the ideas he was suggesting and thought wow, this project might actually get off the ground now. I was equally surprised the next day when I received an email with two design plans.

Soon after I met Glen over at the house and we mapped out the kitchen and finalised the design plans. One of the ideas Glen suggested was an island bench in the form of a surfboard. Now Marion Bay is the gateway to some of the best surf breaks in South Australia. I thought to myself, wow this is someone who is thinking outside the square and it didn't take much to convince me to include this in the plan. The whole project was coming together nicely!

I spent 4 days with Glen while he built the Kitchen, he is a tireless worker and very meticulous about his work. Each morning I be awaken at 7am to the noise of him working, so no sleepins for me that week! :-) In all seriousness it was fantastic seeing this kitchen take shape, it had been nearly 6 months since I tried to get this job done!

The final product has been the talk of the town, small country town doesn't take long for the word to spread. All the people that have visited and have been in awe of the work and design of this kitchen.

I'd like to thank Glen and Mary for all your hard work in helping me put this Kitchen together. I would thouroughly recommend you talk to Glen if you are wanting an awesome outdoor kitchen. I'm looking forward to many years of enjoyment outa mine!

Cheers,

Steve Jones

Marion Bay, Yorke Peninsula, South Australia"

 
 
 
 
 
 

"We would highly recommend Traditional Brick Ovens to build your outdoor kitchen. Glen was attentive, courteous and professional at all times. Glen listened to our ideas and was always available to answer our questions. His attention to detail and prompt service was second to none. We look forward to many years of enjoyment using our new outdoor kitchen. 

Rod and Sandy
Somerton Park

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Back in December of 2007 we placed an enquiry to Glen on the internet. Within 1-2 hours Glen responded and things went from there.
 
The whole concept of building an outdoor kitchen with The traditional Brick oven as the motivation was the absolute easiest building experience that we have ever had. Glens attention to detail and absolute commitment to his clients is 2nd to none! Our initial quote and the time frames that were discussed were always met to the minute. If Glen says he will be there at a specified time 100% guarantee he will be there.
 
The quality of the materials and the finishing touches are superb. It is a full learning experience also. Glen supplies the right tools and also takes the time to explain how "the Oven" works/and stays with you and shares a Pizza!!!. Glen also maintains your property as he builds his exceptional creations. Mostly nothing is to difficult for Glen, he adds his thoughts to what you have in mind, and more often than not his wealth of knowledge and experience is well worth following!
 
To summarise we had an initial consult of 1 hour and quote was with us within a week. We discussed a suitable time for both parties for work to start and the construction ran like clockwork. We are 100% elated with our outdoor kitchen investment and would quite happily recommend Building with Glen! We wish Glen and his wife many successes in his "traditional Brick Oven" business as well as the catering arm. I have never had a pizza like it and never had a lamb roast like it.....and the apple pie was great too!!
 
All the Very Best To You Both                            
 
Chris and Nikki Jeffries.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CATERING TESTIMONIALS

We had Traditional Brick Ovens cater our client function for 100 guests & I must say they proved to be one of the finest catering companies in Adelaide.  Mary was wonderful to deal with. She responded to my query promptly, gave an affordable quote, advised popular food suggestions and kept in touch leading up to the event. We held our function off-site & without knowing much about the access & size of the location, Mary contacted the venue & inspected the site to ensure everything would run smoothly on the night. In which it did!! The staff were well organised, friendly & professional… And the fresh & healthy Pizzas were DELICIOUS. Our guests raved about the toppings & were most impressed with the service. We will definitely be using ‘Traditional Brick Oven Catering’ for future events & will thoroughly recommend Mary and her team to our clients and friends.
 
Inese Meiers
Direct Client Support Coordinator
Nova 919
 
Hi Mary,
I would just like to say thank you to you and your husband for doing such a wonderful job catering for my Birthday party on the weekend. Everyone loved the pizza's, they all said they tasted beautiful. There were plenty for everyone and most people had the chance to take some pieces home.
We would highly recommend you to our friends and would love to have you cater for us again if the occasion arises. The hall organiser was very interested in your details so I have passed them on. Thanks again Mary.
Kind Regards Libby.
Hi Mary,
I just wanted to thank you so much for making our engagement party so special! We were so happy with the pizzas and had slot of comments from our guests about how much they enjoyed them! (they were even yummy for breakfast on sunday) he he. Once again thank you so much and we will definately reccommend you guys to our friends.
 
Kelli & Leaton
Although we decided to have finger food for our trainees presentation evening Mary and Glen still prepared the food in the traditional wood oven.  The food was sensational and service was above our expectations. So much food that we had to give everyone a doggy bag to take home.  I would not hesitate in recommending anyone to use their services for a future function and I can't wait to have an opportunity to experience the wood oven pizzas.

Janet Lubawy
T&D Manager SA/NT/NSW
Cash Converters Pty Ltd

We had a family and friends birthday party and Mary & Glen prepared delicious roast beef, together with tandoori chicken, complimented by roast vegetables and salads.  For dessert we had strawberry pizza, which was a great new treat for everyone, and apple crumble.  The service, food and presentation were wonderful and the experience of seeing our food freshly prepared in front of us in the oven made it a great experience.  We all had a lovely time and we would highly recommend Traditional Brick Ovens for any type of function.

Mary & David

The staff at Saint David's recently enjoyed a sumptuous 'End of Term' lunch catered for by Mary and Glen Smith from Traditional Brick Ovens.
Mouths were watering at the sight and smell of the delicious pizzas being cooked on site in the portable brick oven. Staff were delighted with the range of gourmet pizzas that were topped with beautifully fresh meat, vegetables, herbs and cheeses.
The customer service delivered by Mary and Glen was outstanding and we thank them for helping to make our luncheon so enjoyable.

Staff Social Club Committee
St David's Parish School
Tea Tree Gully

The pizzas were absolutely delicious as were all of the salads.  We received nothing but positive feedback from our guests who thoroughly enjoyed both the food and relaxed atmosphere created by the pizza / salad buffet.  The dessert pizza was a big hit and a great talking point!  Cassie, Vicki and Anne are a credit to your team and were not only polite, but also extremely efficient, which was great.  As for you Mary, it was an absolute pleasure dealing with you before, during and after our event.  Congratulations on establishing such a terrific business!  My only hesitation is that next time we try to secure you for an event you’ll be booked out well in advance.

Ilona Tamm
Marketing Manager
Master Builders Association of SA Inc

We wish to thank you for the Professional, clean and friendly service you provided for our son Todd’s 21st birthday party.
Our first thought’s of using a mobile wood oven was "it’s only for Pizza’s”, however your extensive menu catered for both our young and older guests.
Entrée of pizzas, Main course of Roast lamb and potatoes, Mini Hamburgers, Chicken portions and salads was great and everyone has continued to comment on the quality and taste of your food.
The desert pizza "Strawberries and cream” was magnificent and left us all with a night to remember. We have had no hesitation in recommending Traditional Brick Ovens to our family and friends.
Thanks again

Gary McDougall
Managing Director
Main Industrial Electrical Pty Ltd Trading as Laser Electrical
St Marys

We had Traditional Brick Ovens cater for our staff Christmas Party of over 60 people. From first contacting them, we were very impressed by the quality of their service. We had a lot of questions as we had not used a caterer like this before, even though we had organised many staff functions.
Mary was very helpful and so well organised for the night. Everything was provided and there was little for us to do. The food - pizzas, breads, and salads were all delicious, fresh and the serves were very generous - lots of food for snacks later in the night for late arrivals and to take home! All the setting up and cleaning up was done with a minimum amount of fuss and all we had to do was provide the venue.
We would have no hesitation in recommending Traditional Brick Ovens for any event! This was certainly the easiest at-home party we have ever had!!

Chris Purgacz
Colonel Light Gardens

Hi Mary,

Chad and I just wanted to thank yourself and Glen for the amazing food you produced for our wedding. Chad and I love pizza and what you make is differently to a very high standard. We had so many comments on how good it all tasted. And the dessert pizzas were a big hit. Also thanks for letting my friend make a pizza she is going to remember our wedding night for ever, because of that. Chad and I had the best day/night ever and we can not thank all the people that helped us out enough. You guys were such a big part of that so thank you. Regards Chad & Emma


We would highly recommend Traditional Brick Ovens to cater any event.
We had them cater our wedding reception for 80 guests. We didn’t want a sit down dinner or just finger food and loved the idea of gourmet pizzas. They provided the pre dinner platters, dinner and dessert and we loved the way they gauged how many pizzas to make according to how hungry the guests were which meant that there was plenty of food for everyone and no one missed out or wanted for more.

All our guests raved about the food and thought it was a fantastic idea which added to the party atmosphere. The food was delicious and the strawberries & cream pizza was scrumptious and a new taste sensation for all our guests. Mary was professional and accommodating from the very beginning. She gave advise and made suggestions to make sure everything ran smoothly and was willing to work around the events of our wedding. The staff on the night were professional and made every effort to make sure I (the bride) got my fair share of pizza. A BIG thank you to all involved at Traditional Brick Ovens.


Natalie & Toby.
Dear Mary & Glen

A very big thank you to you and your staff for everything you did to make our wedding reception so fantastic! We had so many positive comments on your pizzas, and I've passed on your details to lots of people! We will continue to recommend you highly for not only your great food, but excellent service too.
We even gave you a plug in the Adelaide Hills Magazine and I've enclosed a copy.

Warm regards Kate & Dave